Territorial Nurse Educator, Mental Health and Substance Use
Job Summary
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) provides most health and social services across the NWT, serving about 43,000 people, including Indigenous and non-Indigenous residents. While Hay River and Tlicho regions operate separately, they follow NTHSSA standards through service agreements. The NTHSSA oversees clinical standards and is working toward a fully integrated health system.
The Territorial Nurse Educator, Mental Health & Substance Use, based in Yellowknife, is responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating clinical education for staff providing mental health and addictions care. This includes training in areas like suicide prevention, harm reduction, and recovery-oriented practice. The role ensures programs are culturally appropriate, incorporate Northern content, and meet territorial standards. The Educator works with regional teams, academic institutions, and regulatory bodies, and may travel to communities to support workforce development across the NWT.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver clinical education programs for nurses and mental health & substance use staff across the NWT.
- Coordinate specialty training for nursing, health professionals and mental health & substance use staff working in a variety of clinical areas.
- In conjunction with the Mental Health & Community Wellness team, Health Services Team, and Department of Health & Social Services, contribute to the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing and community counselling conferences.
- Provide leadership for the development or amendment of mental health and substance use policies and procedures at the Territorial and Regional levels.
Qualifications
- Completion of a Bachelor-s Degree in nursing and a minimum of five (5) years work-related experience in a Mental Health and/or Substance Use setting.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Labour Market Supplement
The successful incumbent will receive a $10,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $10,000 supplement after completion of 12 months of continuous employment contingent on remaining employed in an eligible position for a further 12 months. This is a taxable benefit and will be subject to applicable deductions
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Immunization Status
The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.
Registrations
Eligible for current registration/certification with The College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut is mandatory for this position.
For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories please visit www.practiceNWT.ca
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID #27704
Closing Date: April 23, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $56.99 per hour to $68.06 per hour (approximately $111,131 - $132,717.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
Application Assistance
Application Assistance
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